Operator 2nd Shift

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: NC- Hickory (2)

• Hickory, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Second Shift, Job Category: Manufacturing, SUMMARY: Responsible for all activities associated with running the folder gluer including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for efficient make-ready cartons assigned. Accurate and efficient set up of all folding and gluing operations of the machine in accordance with proper setup techniques. Minimize waste of sheet stock and glue. Monitors adhesive application for proper placement, adhesion, and quantity. Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.

Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment. Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; vibrations CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Required to maintain a current Forklift License OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Manufacturing experience preferred Prior work experience in the corrugated industry preferred. Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. Able to read tape measure with speed and accuracy. Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities that can translate into efficient operation.

Working knowledge of layouts, production specifications and product quality specifications. Excellent team building and interpersonal skills. High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.